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The effects of a traumatic brain injury can be devastating for the person who suffers from the injury, as well as for his or her family and friends. Many people realize this, but don’t understand the full extent of the long term effects of traumatic brain injury. Tragically, this kind of injury can affect everything from behavior to sensory perceptions to physical coordination.

Recognizing Common Effects of Brain Injury

Changes in cognitive ability are one of the most significant and obvious effects of brain injuries. The severity of the brain injury can determine how pronounced or lasting the effects are. Frequently, however, people who have suffered from brain injuries experience problems with memory, ability to learn, attention span, communication skills, planning skills, and judgment.

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Are you wondering what to do after an auto accident? Although these situations are particularly stressful, it is important to understand that there are certain things that you must do immediately after the crash happens to protect yourself and your legal rights. The following suggestions will help anyone who wants to know what to do after a car accident.

Safety First

First, make sure you are safe on the road. If your car is still operable, put on your hazard lights and pull over to the side of the road. This will ensure that you are out of the way of oncoming traffic. Remember, you do not want one accident to cause another.

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Automobile accidents can be debilitating to your physical and financial health. If the accident was not your fault and the other party is refusing to compensate you for lost wages, medical bills, or any other financial losses you have experienced, hiring a Nashville auto accident attorney at The Law Office of Eric Beasley will help you recover the money you deserve. Here are a few things you should do in order to ensure you receive just compensation for your injuries.

Contact Your Insurance Company

Although an auto accident attorney in Nashville can help build your case, your auto insurance company will also work on your behalf. Your insurance company will file the initial claim against the person who caused the accident, and your attorney can work with your insurance company to ensure you receive the money you are entitled to from the at-fault party’s insurance company.

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These days, it is not uncommon to see a person driving while distracted behind the wheel. There have been many media reports lately about texting and driving and how dangerous it can be. While things like texting, emailing, talking on a cell phone, eating, and applying make up while driving can be dangerous, there is another thing that has not been discussed as much, even though it can be even more deadly than any of the things listed above. Drowsy driving is also very dangerous and causes scores of car accidents each year in this country. If you have been injured because of someone falling asleep behind the wheel, please contact a personal injury lawyer in Tennessee to discuss your case.

Consequences Of Drowsy Driving

Many people are sleep deprived these days. Most schedules are overfilled, meaning that there is little time for rest or sleep. Sometimes it’s because the person is being overworked, sometimes it’s because they are too stressed to sleep. No matter the reason, it is important to realize how potentially dangerous driving while drowsy can be. Falling asleep behind the wheel can have devastating consequences. Not only are those who are driving drowsy risking their one lives and well being, they are also risking the lives and well being of those around them on the road.

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If you are one of the hundreds of thousands of Americans who have been injured as a result of negligence on the part of a medical professional or facility, you can be left feeling frustrated and confused about what to do next. However, there is help available; an attorney can help you evaluate your situation and determine what you should do next. Contact a medical malpractice lawyer in Nashville to help you get started.

How Can a Lawyer Help?

After your medical malpractice incident, you need someone to help you make decisions about continuing health treatment so you can begin feeling better. An attorney can help you find the medical attention you need so you can get your life back as well as regain your peace of mind. A Nashville medical malpractice lawyer will not only help you get back on your feet, but also help you get the financial compensation you deserve.

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If you have recently been injured in an auto accident, due to a slip and fall, or by a medical or other professional who failed to carry out their duty towards you, you need a lawyer. Nashville personal injury lawyers provide a variety of valuable legal services to their clients, such as the preparation of lawsuits and the provision of expert counsel. However, the benefits of working with Nashville personal injury lawyers don’t end there.

Learning All the Facts

One of the most challenging aspects of all personal injury cases is the establishment of facts. First, your lawyer will hear your side of the story and review any reports generated as a result of your accident. From there your lawyer will verify those facts by talking to witnesses and gathering forensic evidence to support your case. Personal injury lawyers are experienced in interviewing witnesses and collecting reports from police officers and property managers. This process can be difficult for even the most dedicated of accident victims and has to be conducted in a particular way to ensure the evidence is admissible in court. Don’t attempt this task on your own; let a Nashville personal injury attorney handle it for you.

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You can’t control everything that happens on the road. However vigilant a driver you may be, and however closely you strive to follow every rule and regulation in the book, there is at least one factor you will never be able to control: the actions of your fellow drivers. This is exactly the reason why a Nashville accident lawyer is needed to deal justly with a case such as the following: Just a few weeks ago, three different vehicles became heavily involved in a car accident that left three people injured-two of them were hospitalized for treatment.

The Accident

Interestingly enough, the accident did not take place in the middle of the night, on slippery roads covered with invisible ice. The wreck occurred due to the failure of one driver to exercise due care while driving behind another car that was slowing down in preparation to turn into a driveway. Despite the fact that the incident was unintentional, non-fatal, and fairly common, accident attorneys in Nashville may be needed in cases such as these in order for the victims of the crash to receive the justice and financial compensation they need to deal with the aftermath.

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With the mounting number of distractions people face today, it’s no wonder that the rate of fatal automobile accidents increased in Tennessee in 2012. Drivers are now more focused on texting, getting directions from a GPS and talking on the phone than they are with being safe drivers. All it takes is a single second of distraction for an accident to occur, and in that single second a life can be lost. If one of your family members or loved ones was involved in a fatal auto accident, you need the help of a qualified Tennessee auto accident lawyer.

Getting the Help You Need

Dealing with death is never easy, and dealing with a death that could have been prevented is even harder. You don’t know who to blame or who to turn to for help. Auto accident attorneys in Tennessee are available to help you though this time of grief and discover who is truly responsible for the death of your loved one. The fault could lie with the driver of the other vehicle, the company that manufactured the vehicle or the state for not taking proper care of the roads. With so many distinct possibilities, it pays to have a Tennessee auto accident lawyer on your side who knows the ins and outs of wrongful death cases.

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Over one million people are seriously injured in slip and fall accidents each year. Some of these injuries heal over time, while others result in long-term head and back injuries or other permanent disabilities. The costs can be significant as well. In fact, each year costs for slip and fall injuries in the United States average $36 billion. Moreover, the average cost per injury is over $20,000. If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident that you believe is due to another person’s negligence, it is essential that you contact a slip and fall lawyer in Nashville as soon as possible after your accident to make sure that your physical and financial future is protected.

What Slip and Fall Attorneys in Nashville Can Do for You

There are several key roles that Nashville slip and fall attorneys play when an accident has occurred. Some of the work that they can perform on your behalf includes:

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In 2010, there were nearly 300,000 instances of drunk driving in the United States every day. Despite anti-drunk driving initiatives by groups like MADD, fatal accidents where one or more drivers had alcohol in their systems remain all too high. If you have been injured by a drunk driver, then a car accident attorney in Nashville can help you get the compensation you are due for your pain and suffering, medical bills and lost wages. The Law Office of Eric Beasley helps victims of drunk driving accidents seek justice against the irresponsible driver or against the person who sold alcohol to the drunk driver.

How to determine who is responsible for your injuries

In Tennessee, the drunk driver can be held liable for any injuries caused by his or her irresponsible behavior. In addition, the person who sold alcohol to the driver may also be held responsible in one of the following two situations:

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